Helen Louise Theis

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Helen Louise Theis

<p>Helen Louise Theis, 97, died peacefully January 6, 2025 at her daughter Sharon’s home in Washington, WV. &nbsp;She was born November 13, 1927 in Parkersburg WV to the late Roy and Edna Whitlatch Caplinger. &nbsp;She lived almost her entire life in the community of Kanawha (Davisville), WV.</p><p><br></p><p>She married George W. Theis in 1947, they had 4 daughters who survive her: Mary (Robert) Wigal of Washington WV, Sharon (Doug) Abbott of Washington WV, Lorraine (Ben) Barnett of Coolville OH, Susan (Bernard) Linney of Mount Pleasant SC. &nbsp;Also surviving Helen are her sister Ethel Heflin; 4 grandchildren Daniel (Deedra) Wigal, Steve (Dinah) Wigal, Andrea (Mike) Sandy and Sara (David) Craig; six great grandchildren Haylee Wigal, Emalee Wigal, Asher Sandy, Eliana Sandy, Kinley Craig and Olivia Craig; two step granddaughters Ashley Ellis and Katie Linney; three step great grandsons Juston and Bradley White, and Doniven Vass; one great great grandson Silas Harman; several step great great grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.</p><p><br></p><p>In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband George in 1999, brother Okey Caplinger, sister Betty Day, infant granddaughter Michelle Abbott as well as many dear friends.</p><p><br></p><p>Helen retired from Corning Glass Works, she was a lifelong active member of the Kanawha United Methodist Church. &nbsp;She was a very talented at crafts, crocheting, quilting, and painting. &nbsp;She was loved by all who knew her sweet, kind spirit.</p><p><br></p><p>Helen was always a generous woman continuing to donate to many charities. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Salvation Army, World Vision, St Jude’s Hospital or any charity of your choice.</p><p><br></p><p>Services will be Saturday 2:00 PM at Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg with Pastor Sue Jones officiating. Burial will be at Sunset Memory Gardens Parkersburg WV. &nbsp;Visitation will be Saturday 12-2 PM.</p><p></p>
November 13, 1927 - January 6, 202511/13/192701/06/2025
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January 11, 2025

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Peace, Prayers and Blessings,
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The Norris Family

January 10, 2025

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Susan and family, our deepest condolences. Wishing you strength and comfort.
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The Maxify Team

January 10, 2025

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Susan, Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your grandmother. We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
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Barry Brown

January 09, 2025

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Thinking of you Lorraine and family
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Anonymous

January 08, 2025

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Helen Louise Theis has been arranged by Anonymous. Plant a tree
So sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in our prayers. With love,Chris & Jayson Horton